Grilled Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce is a simple yet elegant dish, featuring perfectly grilled salmon fillets drizzled with a zesty, buttery sauce. This dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
โ For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) ๐
- 1 tbsp olive oil ๐ข๏ธ
- 1 tsp garlic powder ๐ง
- ยฝ tsp smoked paprika ๐ถ๏ธ
- Salt & black pepper, to taste ๐ง
- Lemon wedges, for serving ๐
โ For the Lemon Butter Sauce:
- ยผ cup unsalted butter ๐ง
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice ๐
- 1 tsp lemon zest ๐
- 2 cloves garlic, minced ๐ง
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped ๐ฟ
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Salmon
1๏ธโฃ Pat salmon fillets dry and brush with olive oil.
2๏ธโฃ Season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Step 2: Grill the Salmon
3๏ธโฃ Preheat a grill or pan over medium-high heat.
4๏ธโฃ Cook salmon for 4โ5 minutes per side until golden and flaky.
Step 3: Make the Lemon Butter Sauce
5๏ธโฃ In a small pan, melt butter over low heat.
6๏ธโฃ Add garlic and sautรฉ until fragrant.
7๏ธโฃ Stir in lemon juice, zest, and parsley.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
8๏ธโฃ Drizzle lemon butter sauce over grilled salmon.
9๏ธโฃ Garnish with extra parsley and lemon wedges.
๐ Serve hot with your favorite sides!
A perfect balance of smoky, buttery, and citrusy flavors! ๐ฝ๏ธ
โจ Extra Tips:
๐ Pair with garlic mashed potatoes or grilled asparagus for a complete meal! ๐ฅ๐ฅฆ
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